Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Chania is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Dublin.
Leave plenty of time to make your DUB to CHQ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Chania (and then exploring more of Greece!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering DUB to CHQ flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between DUB and CHQ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Athens International Airport
London Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight is 30 €. A round-trip fare is currently 110 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from DUB to CHQ by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DUB to CHQ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of the flights that depart from Dublin Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Dublin Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DUB:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Crete Chania Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chania and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport around four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Chania based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Dublin Airport to Crete Chania Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chania, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DUB to CHQ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen Chania. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Around 483 kilometres north of Chania, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.